Senior Infrastructure Network Engineer

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Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Network Engineer   

Location: Glasgow SPHQ

Salary Circa £70,000

Help us create a better future, quicker

The re-organisation of SPEN Real Time Systems (RTS) and Telecommunication responsibilities within Smart Grid Operation ( SGO) has produced several changes, one of which is the establishment of an Infrastructure Team. This team will be responsible for the design and support of the operational data network and firewall management within SGO.

The Senior Engineer provides support for the planning and programme management of Infrastructure changes to the data network estate, while acting as a programme co-ordinator on behalf of internal customers.

This role is focused on the application of technology-specific and project/change delivery expertise to ensure the successful design, deployment, operation, maintenance and decommissioning of network assets in line with Group standards and policies.

The fundamental objective of this role is to support the  establishment and delivery of plans that will lead to the acceptance, implementation, maintenance (according to the agreed refresh policies) and decommissioning of specific hardware or software assets in support of the broader SGO architectural vision.

What you’ll be doing

Standards Definition – definition, communication, and education on appropriate technical standards within the technology area.

Design – leading and approving the design of solutions, ensuring compliance with Group standards and direction.

Project Definition – development of business cases that define the costs, benefits, and delivery approach related to data network development or refresh.

Project Delivery – managing the project lifecycle to ensure successful completion, with effective stakeholder communication throughout.

Supplier Engagement – developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and

supervising the delivery of services from them to ensure on-time, on-budget performance.

Technical Support – providing technical expertise to assist with the resolution of escalated

operational problems and restoration of service.

Support the production of an annual work program and budgetary requirements to line Manager

Technical input to architectural planning – utilising relevant expertise to ensure that

architectural plans and budgets reflect the activities and investment required to move from the

current state to the desired state

Investigate failures and defects affecting Energy Networks Infrastructure network equipment and

recommend appropriate remedial actions and/or changes as required.

Perform all duties in support of SP Energy Networks Operational Excellence goals & other

business drivers

Support the production, develop and maintain Infrastructure policy and process documentation reflecting best practise and operational experience.

Perform all duties with a strong emphasis on health, safety, quality and environmental

matters.

What you’ll bring

• Technical Architecture experience of a number of clients similar in size to ScottishPower
• Proven track record of delivery that balances technical and commercial judgement
• Technical experience in architecture development or technical support role covering a number of technology areas.
• Should possess detailed knowledge of network hardware platforms, firewall technologies  and Software Defined Networking
• Qualified to Degree/HND or equivalent in IT technologies
• Good inter-personal and communication skills with the ability to form effective working relationships with other departments / businesses.
• Excellent communication skills and able to operate at both a technical and senior managerial level.
• Networking with peers and business IT suppliers will be an essential ingredient to this job to ensure that technology decisions are based on a range of information sources.
• Basic knowledge across a broad range of technologies, including voice and data networking, internet technologies.
• IT projects delivery.
• Experience of customer and supplier management
• Experience of Energy Industry in UK.

Experienced in :-

• IP Networking
• Routing and Switching
• SDN Technologies
• Firewall PaloAlto & Cisco
• Network Security Techniques

What’s in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. 

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Schemes
• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

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